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California DA Drops Charges Against Teacher Allegedly Teaching While Drunk

Jun 12, 2024, 06:15 AM

A second-grade teacher in Northern California, Wendy Munson, will not face charges after being arrested for allegedly teaching while intoxicated. The California DA decided to drop the charges, with the prosecutor admitting that it is not illegal to teach while drunk. This decision has sparked discussions about the legal boundaries and professional conduct expected from educators.